Sri Lanka, Oct. 27 -- The custodial death in Homagama has once again raised serious concerns about the exercise of power by law enforcement authorities and the need for effective safeguards to protect individuals in custody.

In a public statement, Saliya Pieris emphasised the importance of subjecting the powers of arrest and detention to adequate scrutiny and restraint.

The statement highlights the risks associated with granting unchecked authority to law enforcement without sufficient accountability.

The incident serves as a reminder that excessive power, combined with inadequate oversight, can contribute to a continued culture of torture and impunity.

Ensuring proper scrutiny of arrests and detentions is essential to preventing abus...